For determining the reliability of tests scored using nominal scales of measurement,the statistic of choice is
A) Kendall's Tau.
B) the Kappa statistic.
C) KR-20.
D) coefficient alpha.

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The Kappa statistic is the appropriate measure of reliability for tests scored using nominal scales of measurement. It takes into account the possibility of chance agreement between raters and provides a more accurate reflection of the degree of agreement beyond what would be expected by chance.

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